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Bauhöfer Hefeweizen Hell

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Pineapple, citrus and banana lead a bold fruit play, with hints of nutmeg and allspice; the mouthfeel is creamy and full with a touch of fruity acidity, and the finish is distinctly fruity. Top-fermented from wheat and barley malt, unfiltered with a fine natural yeast haze and a reddish-gold colour, at 12.5 % original gravity and 5.1 % ABV.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitybananacitrusy
fruity
banana
citrusy
spicy
wheat
yeasty
Aroma
Pineapple and citrus notes dominate the nose, backed by distinct banana character from the wheat and top fermentation.
also:clove
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bauhöfer Hefeweizen Hell

◎ Appearance

Reddish-gold hue with a fine natural yeast haze that lends a soft, cloudy appearance characteristic of the style. The head is dense and persistent, clinging to the glass with fine lacing. Carbonation is moderate and visible, supporting the wheat beer's traditional presentation.

reddish-goldnaturally hazypersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

Pineapple and citrus notes dominate the nose, backed by distinct banana character from the wheat and top fermentation. A subtle spice profile—nutmeg and allspice—weaves through, with a faint clove undertone and gentle yeasty complexity that keeps the bouquet fresh and balanced.

pineapplebanana esterscitrusspicedclove notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright fruity sweetness—pineapple and banana—followed by a creamy, full-bodied mouthfeel that sits comfortably at 5.1% ABV. Wheat grain and yeast provide a soft backdrop, while a gentle fruity acidity and subtle spice lend structure and prevent heaviness. Bitterness is restrained, allowing the esters and spice to lead.

creamyfull bodyfruity sweetnesswheat grainbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is distinctly fruity, with pineapple and banana notes lingering gracefully on the palate. A touch of yeasty warmth and spice fades gradually, leaving a refreshing, slightly dry aftertaste.

fruity aftertasterefreshingdry finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 5–8°C

Slightly warmer than a lager — 8–12°C allows the banana and clove esters from the yeast to fully develop.

Weizen glass

Tall and narrow at the base, flaring at the top — designed to hold the abundant foam of a wheat beer while showcasing its hazy golden body.

Best fresh. The yeast-driven banana and clove character fades over time. Drink within 4 months.

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About Hefeweizen

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Hefeweizen?

Hefeweizens are unfiltered Bavarian wheat beers with 4.9–5.6% ABV. Yeast-driven banana and clove esters define the style, alongside a hazy golden body and soft wheat sweetness.

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